Pentax K10D vs Sony RX1

Below is a extensive overview of the Pentax K10D and Sony RX1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the K10D (10MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the K10D (APS-C) and RX1 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The K10D was announced 7 years earlier than the RX1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the K10D scores against the RX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K10D and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K10D Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K10D enjoys outside measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1 has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K10D and Sony RX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the K10D vs the RX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the K10D and RX1 is 59 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the K10D and RX1.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The K10D with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony RX1 will offer extra detail with its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older K10D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.